Early Beginnings (1990s)
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Launch of Online Casinos 🎰
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Microgaming, was established. -
First Legal Framework ⚖️
Year Event 1996 The first legal online gambling license was issued in Antigua and Barbuda.
Growth and Regulation (2000s)
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Expansion of Online Casinos 🌏
Year Event 2001 Several new online casinos launched, including Casino Royale and Golden Palace. -
Change in Legislation 📜
Year Event 2006 The US Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted.
Modern Era (2010s-Present)
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Introduction of Mobile Casinos 📱
Year Event 2012 Mobile casino applications began gaining popularity in Australia. -
Online Gambling Regulation in Australia 🇦🇺
Year Event 2017 The Interactive Gambling Amendment Act was updated to regulate online casinos. -
Emergence of Cryptocurrency Casinos 💰
Year Event 2020 Online casinos began accepting cryptocurrencies, offering new payment methods.
The Future of Online Casinos in Australia
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Innovations in Gaming Technology 🎮
Expected Year Event 2025 VR and AR technologies anticipated to revolutionize online gaming. -
Increased Focus on Responsible Gaming 🤝
Expected Year Event 2025 Online casinos are expected to enhance measures for responsible gambling.